5-Methoxysterigmatocystin

SKU: orb2563949

Description

5-Methoxysterigmatocystin is a mycotoxin with cytotoxic and genotoxic properties, showing activity against A549 and HepG2 cancer cell lines. It functions as a photosensitizer, generating singlet oxygen under visible light, and is used in photodynamic therapy and DNA damage research.

Research Area

Cell Biology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 22897-08-1
• MW: 354.31
• Formula: C₁₉H₁₄O₇
• SMILES: O(C)C=1C2=C(C=3[C@]4([C@@](OC3C1)(OC=C4)[H])[H])OC=5C(C2=O)=C(O)C=CC5OC
• Target: Photosensitizer

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

5351257